Broadway at the Beach Blog

February 2015

Rarely — but sometimes — the weather turns chillier than normal in Myrtle Beach. That's when parents look for indoor entertainment to get the kids out of the house and give them a chance to blow off some steam.

And when that time comes, there's just one choice. Sure, there are several exciting, intriguing and fun indoor attractions in Myrtle Beach. But there is just one that is also chaotic and mind-bending.

No other place serves up the adrenaline rush found inside the Backstage Mirror Maze. Five seconds in and your family will discover how easy it is to become dazed, dazzled, confused and lost.

Imagine snaking through 2,000 square feet of continuous circles, regularly bumping into dead ends, and finding surprises each time a corner is turned. The confusion's made worse by bright rainbow-colored lights that fill up the void, and the kids are soon tricked into going the wrong direction by their own reflection!

After you and the kids have worked your way through that chaos, a laser challenge awaits.

Fans of bank heist movies love the fantasy and challenge of "The Vault" laser maze. It's a time-machine crime spree torn from the headlines of March 11, 1933 when the New York mafia's Lucky Luciano and his gang attempted to rip off the Times Square Bank.

The kids can help the cops chase down the bad guys as they climb through an off-Broadway theater passageway leading into the bank. There's dodging and weaving among the lasers as the chase goes through a maze of backstage corridors, props, trap doors and turns. With the clock ticking and suspense building, it's a real challenge to artfully navigate through a web of security beams inside the vault.

This is the one place in town that will bend your mind and get your heart racing.

It's almost red carpet time — that special time of year when movies dominate the news, and excitement is in the air!

For true movie buffs, February means scrutinizing performances, analyzing story lines and debating which actor or director did the best job. For many, the impulse to see all of the movies nominated for "Best Film" approaches a fever pitch.

After all, how can you watch the 87th Academy Awards and judge the best of the best if you haven't seen the nominees for yourself?

Luckily, half of the 8 nominees for best picture are currently playing at the Carmike Cinema—Broadway 17. American Sniper, Birdman, Selma and The Theory of Everything are all still available for viewing.

Catch a film that may be this year's winner, and get in on the Oscar excitement!

February 14 is Valentine's Day, and this year it falls on a Saturday. Why not celebrate the entire day with a little star-gazing, followed by a romantic dinner and a show?

An intriguing first stop on any memory-making tour is the Hollywood Wax Museum. Where else can you gaze at an extraordinary galaxy of stars indoors?

Be sure to get lots of snapshots of you and your sweetheart with other famous Tinsel-town lovebirds. It's the best opportunity in Myrtle Beach to snuggle up close to your favorite romantic A-lister!

As you walk among the famous figures, recall some of the sentimental films that starred your favorite actors. You're sure to be in a romantic mood after recounting amorous story lines as you walk hand in hand.

When it's time for dinner, head right across the street to Broadway at the Beach where you'll find more than 20 different restaurants. Check out Landry's for a quiet seafood dinner or Amici's for some saucy Italian fare. From Angus sirloin and ribs at Liberty Brewery & Grill to a Japanese steakhouse, to a free glass of champagne with dinner at Good Time Charley's or Rooster's Restaurant & Bar, to the special "Splash of Love" evening at Ripley's Aquarium, there's lots to choose from. No matter what kind of food or atmosphere your sweetheart likes, you'll find it at Broadway.

Follow up dinner for two with a live show at Legends In Concert or The Palace. Or take in the latest flick at the Carmike 17.

It's one of the most anticipated events of the year for kids of all ages and when this year's festivities get underway, the crowd will be treated to live performances, fire engine rides, face painting, games, interactive activities, mascot appearances and much, much more. It's coming up in just 16 days. And, admission to the event is free.

But those aren't the best reasons for attending The 14th Annual KidzTime Festival at Broadway at the Beach from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, February 21, 2015.

This kid-centric festival will delight the whole family. Here are just a few of the reasons your family should go:

Marvel Comics' Hulk Will Be There — This festival offers a rare chance to meet Bruce Banner's alter ego and get up close and personal with the big green guy himself. When Marvel Comics' Hulk meets and greets fans, you'll be dazzled by the enormity of the creature and his muscles.

Kids Will Dig All The Activities And Games — This is the year's most rollicking street fair focused on kids. WonderWorks, Hard Rock Café, Ripley's Aquarium, Toys & Co., Joe's Crab Shack, Myrtle Waves Water Park, Sparkles, Del Sol and many more will be joining in the festival fun at Broadway to the delight of the little ones.

There Will Be Pony Rides — What kid doesn't like to shimmy into a saddle and take a pony ride? It's a dream come true.

Meeting Baby Animals Is Part Of The Day — Human kids just tend to be fascinated with young ones of other species. Our friends from Alligator Adventure in North Myrtle Beach are packing up some baby animals and bringing them to Broadway. But just what kinds of babies will they be? They could be anything from alligators to spiders and more!

There Are Prizes Just For Finishing A Game — Join in the fun of visiting some of Broadway's most intriguing stores to fill the list of items needed for our Scavenger Hunt. Everyone who completes the hunt will win a prize. Now, that's a stress-free competition.

Don't miss the 14th Annual KidzTime Festival at Broadway at the Beach from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, February 21, 2015.